Spring ornaments made of felt for a flower pot.

Created3/24/2016

Instructions for using leftover fabric for flower pot decorations

Using fabric scraps to make flowerpot decorations is a great way to add a new dimension to the original look of flower arrangements. In the instructions, there are simple steps to make bunnies, flowers and chicks that will add a new dimension to your spring flowers. Try this tutorial and create your own beautiful decorations for your home. The instructions are also ideal for Easter creations, in which you can involve the whole family.

Materials needed:

  • Leftover fabrics , felt in various colors and patterns

  • Scissors

  • Thread and needle

  • Skewer

  • Paper and pencil to create templates

  • Glue or double-sided tape

Method:

  1. Create templates for bunnies, flowers and chicks on paper . Draw simple shapes that will be easy to cut out of fabrics.

  2. Use templates to cut out shapes from different colored fabrics. You will need two layers of fabric for each shape .

  3. Place the fabric layers on top of each other and insert a skewer between them. Start stitching around the edges of the shapes using thread and needle.

  4. If you have multiple shapes, combine them as you choose to create interesting decorations for your flower arrangement. Use glue or double-sided tape to attach the shapes together.

  5. Your new ornaments are ready to use. Stick them in flowerpots or vases with spring flowers to give your space a pleasant and original atmosphere.

Other types of fabric decorations for flower pots:

  1. Birds - You can create different types of birds such as sparrows, pigeons or canaries. Use a template to cut out shapes from different colored fabrics. Then stitch the edges of the shapes with a thread and needle and attach them to the skewer. Create details such as eyes, beaks and feathers using small pieces of fabric and glue.

  2. Flags - Make flags of various sizes and colors that you can attach to twine and hang above your flower arrangement. Use the template to cut out shapes from fabrics that match your interior color scheme or flowers. You can decorate the flags with edging from another fabric or apply letters or symbols.

  3. Butterflies - Butterflies are another great choice for flower arrangement decorations. Use a template to cut out shapes from different colored fabrics. Then stitch the edges of the shapes with thread and needle and attach them to the skewer. Create details such as antennae and wings using small pieces of fabric and glue.

  4. Hearts - If you are looking for a romantic decoration for your flower arrangement, create a heart out of different colored fabrics. Use the template to cut out shapes from fabrics that match your interior color scheme or flowers. You can decorate the heart with, for example, fringes or sequins.

You can also use these decorations independently, not only as a complement to a flower arrangement. Make garlands out of them, for example, or hang birds on a branch as decoration for your interior . Try your creativity and create your own unique decorations from fabrics. If you have already tried the instructions for making bunnies, flowers and chicks, you can use the same fabrics and the same colors you used to make these decorations to create other decorations:

Using fabric scraps to make decorations is a simple and creative way to add a new dimension to your flower arrangements. Use different fabrics, colors and shapes to make your ornaments unique and original. Try this tutorial and create your own beautiful and original decorations for your home.

 

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